Research & Education

What is a Gluten-Free Diet? Gluten is a type of protein found primarily in the following grains: wheat, rye, and barley. Gluten is responsible for giving baked goods their texture and form. Negative reactions from consuming gluten may be due to one of the following reasons: an...

What is the GAPS Diet? GAPS stands for Gut and Psychology Syndrome and acknowledges the connection between gut health and brain health. A guiding principle of the GAPS diet is the important role of the gut microbiome in human health as well as the risks of “leaky gut” (also k...

What is the FODMAP Diet? FODMAP stands for Fermentable Oligosaccharides, Disaccharides, Monosaccharides And Polyols. These are types of carbohydrates that can be difficult to digest for some people and lead to GI symptoms like gas, bloating, constipation, and/or diarrhea. The...

Anxiety disorders are prevalent and can significantly impact an individual's quality of life. However, what might surprise many is the bidirectional relationship between anxiety and upper digestive health. The relationship between the digestive system and mental health is garn...

Integrative Approaches to Gut-Brain Neuromodulation Webinar - Dr. Keerthy Sunder In this webinar, Dr. Sunder discusses the bi-directional interaction of the gut-brain axis and assimilate the background research supporting their dynamic interaction. He also discusses non-syst...

Digestive Issues In Eating Disorder Populations with Dr. Sara Hopkins, ND In this webinar, our special guest presenter Dr. Sara Hopkins, ND, speaks on tools that she has found to be useful in supporting digestive and mental health in her eating disorder-focused practice. A u...